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L78 DTA

1994 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2026
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

50,610 mi
Last recorded50,610 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2025
Typical for 1994 Nissan Micra78,261 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL78 DTA
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2025 50,610 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Apr 2025 50,610 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2022 49,928 miles

N/s/r service brake slight low effort

Fail 13 Jul 2022 49,928 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

N/s/r service brake slight low effort

Pass 18 Jun 2021 49,845 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 49,531 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 49,095 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 48,628 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 48,089 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 47,566 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 46,923 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 46,191 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 46,191 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 45,379 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 44,633 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 43,527 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2011 43,527 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 42,495 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2010 42,472 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 41,113 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 41,113 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 39,737 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 37,989 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2006 35,637 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2006 35,637 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Micra?

Based on 10,566,512 MOT tests across 827,110 vehicles.

71.4%
Pass Rate
4,021
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
827,110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 413,594
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 319,427
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 245,244
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 239,165
constant velocity joint gaiter split 210,652
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L78 DTA is a 1994 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

Across all 1994 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.6% with a typical mileage of 78,261 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan Micra fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 413,594 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L78 DTA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Micra typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 32 years old, this Nissan Micra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L78 DTA registered?

L78 DTA is a 1994 Nissan Micra, first registered on 28 February 1994.

Is L78 DTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for L78 DTA shows 25 tests with a 72% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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